Intermodal Trucking in Milwaukee, WI

Market rates, top lanes, earnings estimates, and freight insights for intermodal owner-operators in Milwaukee.

$2.15

Rate / Mile

$18,275

Est. Gross / Month

$11,879

Est. Net / Month

Midwest

Market Region

About Intermodal Trucking

Intermodal drayage involves hauling containers between rail yards, ports, and distribution centers. Short-haul but high-frequency work, concentrated around major rail hubs and port cities.

Intermodal Market in the Midwest

The Midwest is the crossroads of American freight, with Chicago serving as the undisputed hub. I-80, I-90, and I-70 carry enormous dry van volume connecting coasts. Automotive parts, consumer goods, and agricultural products make up the bulk of loads. Competition is fierce but volume is massive. Carriers based near Chicago, Indianapolis, or Columbus benefit from exceptional load availability in virtually every direction.

Top Intermodal Lanes from Milwaukee

Chicago IL → Detroit MI

Indianapolis IN → Columbus OH

Minneapolis MN → Kansas City MO

St. Louis MO → Nashville TN

Why Milwaukee for Intermodal

Key Industries

Advanced manufacturing
Healthcare technology
Food and beverage
Water technology
Distribution

Key Highways

I-94I-43I-794I-894US-41US-45

Top Shippers

Rockwell Automation
GE Healthcare
Harley-Davidson
Kohl's

Distribution Centers Near Milwaukee

Amazon MKE1/MKE5

Kohl's DC Menomonee Falls

Roundy's/Pick 'n Save DC

USPS regional hub

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Intermodal Trucking in Milwaukee — FAQ

The estimated intermodal rate in Milwaukee is $2.15 per loaded mile. This reflects the Midwest regional market, local demand, and seasonal conditions. Actual rates vary by lane, broker, and load specifics.

Based on current market estimates, a intermodal owner-operator based in Milwaukee can expect approximately $18,275 gross monthly revenue and around $11,879 net after typical expenses (fuel, insurance, maintenance). Actual earnings depend on miles driven, load selection, and operating efficiency.

Top intermodal lanes from the Milwaukee market include: Chicago IL → Detroit MI, Indianapolis IN → Columbus OH, Minneapolis MN → Kansas City MO, St. Louis MO → Nashville TN. These lanes reflect the Midwest freight patterns and may vary by season.

Milwaukee is located in the Midwest freight region with key industries including advanced manufacturing, healthcare technology, food and beverage. Access to I-94, I-43, I-794 provides strong connectivity. Rates are competitive with the national average.

Key highways for intermodal freight in Milwaukee include I-94, I-43, I-794, I-894, US-41, US-45. These corridors connect to major distribution centers and freight lanes across the Midwest region.